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CTV News
4 days ago
- Sport
- CTV News
Spain pushes past Canada 24-23 in men's rugby test match
Canada's Matthew Oworu (left) is tackled by Spain's Ignacio Pineiro (right) and Pau Aira (11) during second half men's rugby action in Edmonton, on Friday July 18, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson EDMONTON - Spain's penalty kick on the final play of the game was enough to defeat the Canadian men's rugby team 24-23 in Friday's test match. The host Canadians recovered from an 11-6 halftime deficit at Edmonton's Clarke Stadium to take a 20-11 lead on the strength of two tries by Calgary's Matt Oworu. Peter Nelson of Dungannon, Northern Island, contributed 13 points from the tee for Canada, but Spain capitalized on a last-minute penalty to snatch the win. López Bontempo's 25-metre kick sealed the victory for the visitors. Back-to-back yellow cards to Canada's props — Calixto Martinez for a high tackle and Emerson Prior for collapsing a maul — had handed momentum back to Spain. A penalty try and another Bontempo kick brought the score to 23-21. The match wrapped July's test window for Canada ahead of the Pacific Nations Cup. Canada opens against the United States in Calgary on Aug. 22 in a match that doubles as the start of Canada's 2027 Rugby World Cup qualification campaign. 'I think we showed we have the talent to hang with everyone,' Oworu said after the loss to Spain. 'When we were pushing to score at the end, we just slipped for half-a-second, and that's just test rugby. It's a game of inches, and we just missed on that last inch.' 'As long as we play in the right places and listen to our shot-callers, there's no need to search for other answers — all the answers are in the room. We're confident.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 19, 2025.
CBC
5 days ago
- Sport
- CBC
Spain edges Canada in men's rugby test match with penalty kick on final play in Edmonton
Spain's penalty kick on the final play of the game was enough to defeat the Canadian men's rugby team 24-23 in Friday's test match. The host Canadians recovered from an 11-6 halftime deficit at Edmonton's Clarke Stadium to take a 20-11 lead on the strength of two tries by Calgary's Matt Oworu. Peter Nelson of Dungannon, Northern Island, contributed 13 points from the tee for Canada, but Spain capitalized on a last-minute penalty to snatch the win. Lopez Bontempo's 25-metre kick sealed the victory for the visitors. Back-to-back yellow cards to Canada's props — Calixto Martinez for a high tackle and Emerson Prior for collapsing a maul — had handed momentum back to Spain. A penalty try and another Bontempo kick brought the score to 23-21. The match wrapped July's test window for Canada ahead of the Pacific Nations Cup. Canada opens against the United States in Calgary on Aug. 22 in a match that doubles as the start of Canada's 2027 Rugby World Cup qualification campaign. "I think we showed we have the talent to hang with everyone," Oworu said after the loss to Spain. "When we were pushing to score at the end, we just slipped for half-a-second, and that's just test rugby. It's a game of inches, and we just missed on that last inch."
Winnipeg Free Press
5 days ago
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Spain pushes past Canada 24-23 in men's rugby test match
EDMONTON – Spain's penalty kick on the final play of the game was enough to defeat the Canadian men's rugby team 24-23 in Friday's test match. The host Canadians recovered from an 11-6 halftime deficit at Edmonton's Clarke Stadium to take a 20-11 lead on the strength of two tries by Calgary's Matt Oworu. Peter Nelson of Dungannon, Northern Island, contributed 13 points from the tee for Canada, but Spain capitalized on a last-minute penalty to snatch the win. López Bontempo's 25-metre kick sealed the victory for the visitors. Back-to-back yellow cards to Canada's props — Calixto Martinez for a high tackle and Emerson Prior for collapsing a maul — had handed momentum back to Spain. A penalty try and another Bontempo kick brought the score to 23-21. The match wrapped July's test window for Canada ahead of the Pacific Nations Cup. Canada opens against the United States in Calgary on Aug. 22 in a match that doubles as the start of Canada's 2027 Rugby World Cup qualification campaign. 'I think we showed we have the talent to hang with everyone,' Oworu said after the loss to Spain. 'When we were pushing to score at the end, we just slipped for half-a-second, and that's just test rugby. It's a game of inches, and we just missed on that last inch.' 'As long as we play in the right places and listen to our shot-callers, there's no need to search for other answers — all the answers are in the room. We're confident.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 19, 2025.
Hamilton Spectator
5 days ago
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Spain pushes past Canada 24-23 in men's rugby test match
EDMONTON - Spain's penalty kick on the final play of the game was enough to defeat the Canadian men's rugby team 24-23 in Friday's test match. The host Canadians recovered from an 11-6 halftime deficit at Edmonton's Clarke Stadium to take a 20-11 lead on the strength of two tries by Calgary's Matt Oworu. Peter Nelson of Dungannon, Northern Island, contributed 13 points from the tee for Canada, but Spain capitalized on a last-minute penalty to snatch the win. López Bontempo's 25-metre kick sealed the victory for the visitors. Back-to-back yellow cards to Canada's props — Calixto Martinez for a high tackle and Emerson Prior for collapsing a maul — had handed momentum back to Spain. A penalty try and another Bontempo kick brought the score to 23-21. The match wrapped July's test window for Canada ahead of the Pacific Nations Cup. Canada opens against the United States in Calgary on Aug. 22 in a match that doubles as the start of Canada's 2027 Rugby World Cup qualification campaign. 'I think we showed we have the talent to hang with everyone,' Oworu said after the loss to Spain. 'When we were pushing to score at the end, we just slipped for half-a-second, and that's just test rugby. It's a game of inches, and we just missed on that last inch.' 'As long as we play in the right places and listen to our shot-callers, there's no need to search for other answers — all the answers are in the room. We're confident.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 19, 2025.
Forbes
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Forbes
Faraday Future Debuts Its FX Super One MPV
The Faraday Future FX Super One. Faraday Future Los Angeles-based EV startup Faraday Future has unveiled its latest model, the FX Super One. While pricing hasn't been officially announced yet, the company states that it's aiming for a starting price well below $100,000. FX, short for Faraday X, is a sub-brand representing its more affordable and mass-market portfolio. Here, the flagship Super One is marketed as a luxury MPV—or, multi-purpose vehicle, considered a compact van by American vehicle standards—with what the company says delivers twice the performance at half the price. In terms of horsepower, charging time, battery size, and other key specifics, these are not available at this time. However, both conventional BEV and hybrid range extender-equipped powertrains will be in the mix. Four-, six-, and seven-seat variants are planned, with each capturing potential customers' attention accordingly. The four-seat GOAT Edition (as in, greatest of all time) is geared towards those who fancy themselves celebrities, influencers, and the like, whereas the Seven-Seat (no buzzword name for that one) is optimized for families. Unveiling the Faraday Future FX Super One. Peter Nelson I was in attendance at the Super One's official unveiling, and by all accounts, FF is going after the demographic that's cross-shopping other luxury hauler fare. Particularly, the Cadillac Escalade—upon first glance it's an odd comparison, but it makes more sense when you think about the Caddy's (and other GM SUVs') popularity in black car service. Factor in FF focusing on luxury in its Super One, part of its twice the performance for half the price mantra, and the shoe certainly fits. As Mike Floyd of Motor Trend points out, '...the Super One's a riff on a segment that's hugely popular in China: the executive-style van.' However, it could be quite tough convincing heavily SUV-centric American buyers that an EV van is a cooler, stylish, and equally (or more) luxurious option. But before the particularly fun lede gets buried any further, there's the Super One's main showpiece: AI integration, particularly in its optional face. That's right, the Super One's grille can contain a massive LED screen dubbed its F.A.C.E., or, Front AI Communication Ecosystem. While parked, because it wouldn't jibe with US Dept. of Transportation laws while in-motion, the front screen could be customized for a myriad of uses. As myself and other journalists witnessed in FF's presentation, it could display a fireplace while camping. Wholesome, right? Or, have it promote music, art, small business, the sky's the limit. The Faraday Future FX Super One. Faraday Future Consumers may find this to be a bit of a cheesy gag, but it'll be interesting to see if future buyers have legitimate lightbulb moments and make fascinating use of it. Call me an optimist. Of course, on the flip side, peoples' scruples may go out the window and we might witness some rather bizarre usage. Only time will tell, and equally bizarre memes will undoubtedly follow suit. FF is shooting for units to go on sale as early as 2026, and shared that besides building a production facility in the United Arab Emirates, it's also planning on production at its Hanford, California factory, located in the state's Central Valley. It says that 50 percent of parts will be locally sourced, thus skirting tariff costs, though, this plant has had its fare share of delays and setbacks. The whole company has had its fair share, too; in its eleven-year run just 16 of its FF 91 have sold, to date. If the company can raise enough funding, garner enough interest, confirm solid specs, out-luxury the competition for less money and truly come up with something compelling, the tides may finally turn for it. Finally.
